Week Long Adventure to Athens & Santorini

Nea Kameni Volcanic Park, Santorini, Greece

What to expect on this itinerary

This luxurious, 7-day journey has been customized for you, and it provides the perfect roadmap to ensure that you are immersed in the natural splendor of Greece. From its sunny weather to the endless assortment of offerings that are available from shore to shore, Greece is the perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts who are looking to enjoy mother nature on their next European vacation. Feast with a spectacular view of the Acropolis, indulge in a bike tour of Athens, sample some of the area’s best cuisine, and partake in a day of sailing on the Aegean Sea and the Mediterranean.

Countries Visited

Greece

Places Visited

Santorini, Athens

Suggested Duration

7 Days

Customizable Itinerary

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Day 1

Athens – Gourmet Dinner under the Stars

From the moment that you arrive in Athens, your every need will be taken care of. As you collect your bags and move through customs, a private driver will be waiting at the gate to lead you to your luxury accommodation in the heart of the city. When you are ready, you will indulge in your first epic excursion: a five-star feast. Although the food is fantastic, the highlight of your first evening will be the setting in which your meal takes place, which will be on a hill that offers incredible views of the world-famous Acropolis.

What's Included:

Transfer
Accommodation
Dinner
Day 2

Athens – Hike and Yoga before Touring Athens by Bike

Day 3

Athens – Cycle to Lake Vouliagmeni

Day 4

Santorini – Sail to Santorini & Evening Caldera Hike

Day 5

Santorini – Sailing around the Cyclades Islands

Day 6

Santorini – Kayaking Adventure and Gourmet Tour

Day 7

Santorini – Farewell to Greece

Trip Highlights

  • Indulge in a feast during your first night in Athens that will present you with a 360-degree view of the world-famous Acropolis
  • Witness Athens by bike and while being regaled with a wealth of historical and cultural insight about each landmark
  • Sample some of the island’s most delicious fare on a walking tour that pairs gourmet food with fascinating landmarks
  • Enjoy a sunrise hike and yoga session at Mt. Lycabettus before delighting in a gourmet brunch at the summit
  • Admire the sunset after enjoying an evening hike in Santorini
  • Charter a vessel as you and your cabin crew embark on an epic adventure of sailing, swimming, and snorkeling around the small Cyclades islands
  • Cycle to Lake Vouliagmeni before spending the day basking in its mineral waters and being pampered with endless spa treatments

Detailed Description

If it is adventure and enjoying the great outdoors that you are seeking in your next vacation, Greece is the perfect destination for your next getaway. Imagine swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, and sailing in the warm waters of the Aegean Sea, or exploring as you hike, walk, and cycle among some of the most breathtaking locales in all of Europe.

This luxurious, 7-day adventure offers the most exhilarating and exciting excursions in addition to ensuring that they are among the most elite and exclusive options. Your grand getaway will waste no time because your grand vacation in Greece will begin the moment that you land in Athens. You will be met at the airport and transferred to your luxurious accommodation before being treated to a delicious feast that will be complete with an impressive view of the Acropolis.

The following morning will begin with a hike up Mount Lycabettus, which will be followed by a yoga session and lovely brunch at the summit. Later in the day, a sightseeing tour of Athens by bike will introduce you to some of the city’s most iconic sites. The following day, you will indulge in another biking adventure to lovely Lake Vouliagmeni, where you will spend the day basking in the healing waters of the mineral springs and being pampered with endless spa treatments.

Afterward, you will sail to Santorini, where you will complete the next half of your Greek adventure. Upon your arrival to Greece’s most beloved island, you will be led an evening, caldera hike. The highlight of your evening hike will be witnessing one of the most jaw-dropping sunsets that you have ever seen.

The next day will find you being whisked away on a tour to the Cyclades Islands. This adventure will provide you with a captain and crew. While you sail around and explore these islands, you will be able to call the shots, which will allow you to choose to sightsee, swim, snorkel, or sunbathe to your heart’s desire. The following morning, you will set out on a kayaking excursion that will have you paddling your way among some of Santorini’s most beloved beaches. You will then spend your final night in Greece, eating and walking your way through Santorini’s during a tour of the most aesthetically and gastronomically appealing venues and vendors. After you have sampled some of the most delicious Mediterranean fare and explored many of the archaeological sites of Santorini, you will witness one last sunset over the Aegean Sea.

During your time in Greece, you will stay in opulent accommodations, and a private driver will be made available to you. Everything about this itinerary is also entirely customizable, so you can adjust anything and everything to better suit your moods and desires once you are in Greece. The only thing that you have to focus on is traveling to Greece and enjoying every inch of Athens and Santorini.

Starting Price

$2,400 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

The starting price is based on travel during the low season for a minimum of two travelers staying in shared 3-star accommodations. Please inquire for a custom trip quote based on your travel preferences and travel dates.

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Greece Vacation Review: Athens, Santorini, Crete, 18-Day Trip

Our 18-day trip from Athens to Santorini to Crete was wonderful! Zicasso’s travel consultant listened to our desires for the trip, thoughtfully applied her knowledge and resources to recommend (and periodically modify) an itinerary for us, and delivered the wonderful end product for us! The arranged tours, lodging, and restaurant recommendations were spot-on. I wouldn’t change a thing!

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Greece Tour Review: Athens, Naxos, Santorini, Crete, Cuisine, RIB Experience, Cooking Class. 10 Nights

Fabulous, Fantastic, Fun! We had an absolutely amazing 10 days traveling in Athens, Naxos, Santorini, and Crete. We were traveling with four 20somethings with varied interests. Zicasso's tour planner listened to my description of what we were looking for and created a masterpiece of a trip!

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Greece Tour Review: Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Horseback Riding, Food Tours, 10 Days

We had a wonderful time in Greece. We spent 10 days there and went to Athens, Mykonos, and Santorini. The accommodations were great and the planned excursions were fantastic. The weather was perfect.

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Greece Honeymoon Review: Athens, Crete, Santorini, History, Food Tasting, Cooking Class, Spa

Zicasso's travel agent and the rest of the team were great! They were so easy to work with and listened to suggestions when we were planning our Greece honeymoon. They did an excellent job planning Athens, Crete, and Santorini.

It was a great, history-filled week, complete with walking tours, food tastings, and historic sites, as well as a spa trip for some relaxation and a unique cooking class where we met others from around the world to create a Greek meal, learn about history, and then enjoy our meal together. I would recommend this travel company for your travel needs!

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Greece Trip Review: Crete, Chania, Athens, Santorini, Naxos, Villages, Private Guides, Hiking, Wine Tasting, History, 2 Weeks

This was a dream vacation made reality–five stars!

We just returned from the most unforgettable two-week adventure through Greece, all thanks to the exceptional planning and care of Zicasso's travel operator and her team! From the moment we landed until our final farewell in Athens, every detail was flawlessly executed.

Our journey began in Crete, where we were welcomed by a warm, knowledgeable guide who brought Chania's rich history to life during all of our many activities. From touring the many villages to hiking Imbros Gorge to the Palace of Knossos, we felt immersed in the true spirit of Crete.

Next was Santorini, where the sunsets were just as magical as we’d hoped. Our stay was filled with stunning cliffside views, wine tastings, and personalized recommendations that made it feel like we were exploring the island with a local friend.

Naxos was an unexpected gem—less touristy, but bursting with charm. The tour guide here was particularly fantastic, taking us to authentic villages, ancient ruins, and serene beaches that felt like our own private paradise.

Our final days in Athens were the perfect ending to this epic journey. The historical sites were breathtaking and our guide’s passion for Greek history made every moment at the Acropolis and the museums feel deeply meaningful.

What truly set this experience apart was how responsive and supportive our agent and her team were throughout the trip. Any time we had a question—whether about transportation, recommendations, or small changes in plans—they replied quickly and helpfully, making us feel completely at ease and well cared for.

Throughout the trip, the logistics were seamless—beautiful accommodations, smooth transfers, and thoughtfully curated excursions. Every guide was not only professional and knowledgeable, but also incredibly kind and engaging. It felt like we were traveling with friends who truly cared about our experience.

We can’t thank our agent enough for crafting such a memorable and enriching vacation. Greece was always on our bucket list and now we’re already dreaming of our return!

Highly, highly recommended!


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Greece Vacation Review: Santorini, Athens, Crete, History, 8 Nights

I highly recommend Zicasso and my travel agent. She was very knowledgeable about Greece. She was very patient and helpful at every turn along the way. I booked my trip for May, but in February, Santorini had a number of earthquakes and I thought I would not be able to go, but my agent kept me up to date and informed, and was very truthful about everything that was going on. This kept me at ease and I was able to enjoy my time in Santorini, as I did in Athens and Crete.

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Customizable Itinerary

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